Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST93
95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
97 Imaging
39 Features
20 Overall
31
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST93 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 64 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 26-104mm (F2.6-5.9) lens
- 143g - 99 x 53 x 20mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- 110g - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Launched April 2011
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Below, we are reviewing the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST93, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Casio and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the EX-Z550 (14MP) and the ST93 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe EX-Z550 was brought out 15 months prior to the ST93 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short overview of how the EX-Z550 matches up vs the ST93 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Casio Exilim EX-Z550 & Samsung ST93. The entire galleries are available at Casio EX-Z550 Gallery & Samsung ST93 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Casio EX-Z550 over the Samsung ST93
| EX-Z550 | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST93 over the Casio EX-Z550
| ST93 | EX-Z550 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | April 2011 |  | January 2010 | More recent by 15 months |
| Display dimension | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Display resolution | 460k |  | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST93
| EX-Z550 | ST93 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither contains selfie screen | ||
| Touch friendly display |  | Neither contains Touch friendly display |
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST93 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-Z550 has got external measurements of 99mm x 53mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") and a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST93 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).
Take a look at the Casio EX-Z550 and Samsung ST93 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the EX-Z550 versus the ST93.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the EX-Z550 and ST93 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST93 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reviewing specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the EX-Z550 and ST93.
All in all, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Samsung ST93 to offer you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The older EX-Z550 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Casio EX-Z550 vs Samsung ST93 Specifications
| Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung ST93 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Casio | Samsung |
| Model | Casio Exilim EX-Z550 | Samsung ST93 |
| Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-04-20 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
| Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.5mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
| Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 3200 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 64 | 100 |
| RAW support | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Lens | ||
| Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 26-104mm (4.0x) | () |
| Max aperture | f/2.6-5.9 | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
| Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 4 secs | 8 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Change white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash modes | Auto, flash off, flash on, red eye reduction | - |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 × 720, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 | 1280 x 720 |
| Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 143 gr (0.32 pounds) | 110 gr (0.24 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 53 x 20mm (3.9" x 2.1" x 0.8") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (10 seconds, 2 seconds, Triple Self-timer) | - |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | - |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $149 | - |